He shall put on the holy linen coat, and he shall have the linen breeches upon his flesh, and shall be girded with a linen girdle, and with the linen mitre shall he be attired: these are holy garments; therefore shall he wash his flesh in water, and so put them on.
He must put on the sacred linen tunic, wear linen underwear next to his skin, tie a linen belt around his waist, and wear a linen turban on his head. These are holy clothes, so he must wash his whole body with water before putting them on.
The writer is describing how the high priest must carefully wash himself and dress in special holy clothes before performing sacred duties.
📚 Historical Context
In the ancient Israelite community, God gave Moses detailed instructions for the high priest's role on the Day of Atonement, a solemn annual ritual to atone for the sins of the people. This verse specifies the simple linen garments the high priest had to wear after washing himself, symbolizing purity and humility before entering the Most Holy Place. These practices emphasized God's holiness and the need for ceremonial cleanliness in approaching Him.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.